Legal and Business Research Analyst

$73,000 - $85,000/Yr

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, Llp - Boston, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Boston, MA

251-500 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Legal and Business Research Analyst at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP is responsible for providing comprehensive research services to attorneys, consultants, and business development teams within the firm. This role involves conducting in-depth legal and business research, training staff on resource utilization, and supporting the firm's AI initiatives. The position requires a strong understanding of legal research databases and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research across all practice groups and business units.
• Train and support attorneys and business professionals on the efficient use of firm resources.
• Proactively respond to incoming research assignments, ensuring strong communication, timeliness, thoroughness, and accuracy.
• Assist with other research tasks and projects as required.
• Stay abreast of new products and services, leading demos, trials, resource evaluations, and product recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in law, library science, information science, or a related field.
• MLIS preferred but equivalent work experience will be considered.
• 4+ years of research experience in a law firm or professional services organization.
• Demonstrated proficiency in legal research databases such as Westlaw, Lexis, and Bloomberg Law.
• Strong knowledge of library systems and workflows.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid team environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with AI initiatives in research processes.
• Familiarity with emerging research technologies.

Benefits

• Full range of medical benefits
• Financial benefits
• Other benefits dependent on the position